Wesley Kipsabok Chepkonga

04/03/2020 – 30/06/2024: Assistant Urban Designer, German Rail Engineering Company (GRE), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

• It contributed to the traffic study design, and Comprehensive Corridor Improvements and ITS projects in Addis Ababa.
• Conducted research on trends and policies for intelligent transport systems (ITS) to enhance public spaces.
• She has provided technical assistance for inclusive design and user-friendly interfaces for public transport.
• Collaborated on integrating advanced technologies like smart traffic management and real-time data analytics.
• Drafted designs, bills of quantities, and reports for ITS implementation.
• Engaged with the local community to integrate their needs into the designs.
• Contributed to the ITS master plan for Addis Ababa.

10/04/2023 – 11/10/2023: Urban Designer Expert (Part-Time), Borders Community Peacenet Africa (BCPA), Nairobi, Kenya

• Worked on the Belban Industrial Park project at the Tugen Pokot Border, focusing on security and reducing banditry.
• Conducted site feasibility studies and gathered data for site selection.
• Applied sustainable design principles, including green spaces, water management, and renewable energy.
• Collaborated with security experts and local authorities on design and social cohesion strategies.
• Drafted and presented design strategies and reports.
• Involved pastoral communities in the design process to address their cultural and practical needs.

03/07/2023 – 14/07/2023: Volunteer, Borders Community Peacenet Africa (BCPA), Nairobi, Kenya

• Volunteered to distribute food relief aid to Tugen and Pokot communities affected by insecurity and drought as part of BCPA’s relief efforts.

04/04/2022 – 10/10/2022: Urban Designer Specialist (Part-Time), Renaissance Planning Limited, Nairobi, Kenya

• Worked on the Eldoret County integrated master plan for urban regeneration in Eldoret Municipality.
• Collected data from locals and analyzed their views for better mobility and regeneration strategies.
• Provided mobility design solutions for the regeneration plan.
• Drafted and presented final graphic designs for client presentations.

02/09/2015 – 20/12/2019 Nairobi, Kenya
BACHELOR OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT IN URBAN DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT Technical University of Kenya

Attained: Second class upper division

11/02/2011 – 20/11/2014 Nairobi, Kenya
KENYA SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE AT NAIROBI SCHOOL

Attained: A-